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Nerva 96-98. Brass-Sestertius 34 mm 97 Rome. Laureate head r. IMP NERVA CAES AVG P M TR P COS III PP / VEHICVLATIONE ITALIAE REMISSA Two mules grazing in opposite directions; behind, shafts and harness. RIC 93; very fine to extremely fine, common partly weakly struck parts at edge
splendid and expressive style of portrait
This interesting reverse honors the fact that Nerva had abolished for Italy the tax levied so far in all parts of the Empire; all the expenses for construction and maintenance of the roads in Italy were therefore borne by the treasury.
Additional Information
Category 1 | Roman Imperial Coins |
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Ruler | Nerva |
Reign | 96-98 |
Denomination | Sestertius |
Date | 97 |
Mint | Rome |
Material | Brass |
Condition | very fine to extremely fine |
Supplement | common partly weakly struck parts at edge |
Catalogue | RIC 93 |
Weight | 27.98 g |
Diameter | 34 mm |
Item Number | 73465 |